The Luis Valdez Leadership Academy Lions lost to the ACE Charter Cheetahs back in February of 2023, but the Luis Valdez Leadership Academy Lions didn't allow the ACE Charter Cheetahs the same satisfaction on Tuesday. Luis Valdez Leadership Academy came out on top against ACE Charter by a score of 18-7. The victory made it back-to-back wins for Luis Valdez Leadership Academy.
Luis Valdez Leadership Academy's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Valeria Ruiz led the charge by scoring six points along with three steals. Another player making a difference was Andrea Mata Alejo, who scored four points along with four steals.
Luis Valdez Leadership Academy's win bumped their record up to 3-4. As for ACE Charter, they bumped their record down to 0-2 with that defeat, which was their fourth straight at home dating back to last season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Luis Valdez Leadership Academy will take on Cristo Rey San Jose Jesuit at 6:15 p.m. on Thursday. Cristo Rey San Jose Jesuit will be looking to extend their current five-game winning streak. As for ACE Charter, they will be playing at home against University Prep Academy at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday.